Making Evil: The Science Behind Humanity’s Dark Side - Hardcover

Shaw, Dr Julia

 
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Synopsis

Are you evil? A smart and highly readable exploration of why we think and do bad things. Dr Julia Shaw shows us that the same dispositions that make us capable of heinous crimes may also work to our advantage. And, if evil is within all of us, should it be said to exist at all? In Making Evil, Shaw uses a compelling mix of science, popular culture and real life examples to break down timely and important issues. How similar is your brain to a psychopath's? How many people have murder fantasies? Can A.I. be evil? Do your sexual proclivities make you a bad person? Who becomes a terrorist? This is a wide-ranging exploration into a fascinating, darkly compelling subject.

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About the Author

Dr Julia Shaw is a criminal psychologist at University College London. She is an expert witness, gives talks around the world and has worked as a lecturer and researcher at various universities. She is the author of three books: The Memory Illusion, Making Evil and Bi. Her books have been translated into more than twenty languages. Dr Shaw is also a TV and audio presenter, particularly well known for hosting true crime shows with the BBC. She was born in Germany, grew up in Canada, and now lives in the UK.

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ISBN 10:  1786891328 ISBN 13:  9781786891327
Publisher: Canongate Books, 2020
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